Keisha “Keysha Freshh” Fanfair is a Juno Award Nominated Canadian rapper and one of the leading voices in Canada’s hip-hop scene. Keisha has been performing for 27 years and recording music professionally since the age of 14. Keisha is known for her sharp lyricism and bold storytelling; she blends her Caribbean roots with her urban upbringing. She has earned widespread recognition for her authenticity, tackling topics of empowerment, identity and resilience in her music.
Keisha is a Durham District Catholic School Board alumni and has been committed for over a decade to creating music programs for youth. She often returns to Durham to facilitate cultural events and speeches. She recently released a song, “905”, a proud ode to the Durham region.
As an advocate for women in hip-hop, Keisha continues to break barriers, earning critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. She has been a music educator, teaching hip hop and songwriting at the Royal Conservatory of Music, at local schools and at Trinity College in Connecticut. Keisha is currently the Chair of the Advisory Committees for Independent Music Production and Independent Songwriting production at Seneca College, making her the youngest person to sit in this position.
